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Paraguay

The landlocked Republic of Paraguay is a neighbor of the South American countries of Brazil, Bolivia, and Argentina. It is the location of the Itaipu Dam, which is the world's largest hydroelectric power plant. Typical questions relate to the country's atypical respect for local cultures and native languages; land buy-ups by overseas investors; and politico-economic record as a fledgling constitutional presidential republic.

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Does coffee grow in Paraguay?

Yes,

Coffee plays an essential part in the history of Brazil. The plant, originally from Ethiopia, was first brought to the country Brazil by French settlers who established themselves in the state of Pará in the early 18th century. Thriving in the ideal conditions provided by the climate, the coffee fields spread from the North of Brazil along the country, concentrating in the areas along the shore. During this period, sugar plantations represented the primacy economic activity in the country and coffee was merely a luxury. Nobody could have imagined at the time that it would become the major player in Brazil's vibrant history of even greater importance than New Orlean's Sugar rush or the Irish potato famine.

However, by 1820, coffee represented the most exported product from Brazil, after the sugar cane started to lose importance in the international markets. The production peaked when the coffee plantations gained the fertile soils of Vale do Paraíba - a region that makes up part of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro states.

What are the bodies of water in Paraguay?

none, it is a landlock no water borders it. it is one of two landlocks in south america

What are the native plants in Paraguay?

Also samuú, passiflora & ilex paraguariensis.

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What is Paraguay's motto?

Paraguay's national anthem in English is: Paraguayians republican or death!

What are the 3 major landforms in Paraguay?

Itaipu Dam is one of the manmade places in paraguay.

How do Bolivia and paraguay differ from the other countries in South America?

Paraguay is a slightly larger country located directly north of Uruguay. Both countries are located in south-central South America.

1. Paraguay is poorer & has no sea port. Uruguay has almost five times more GDP per capita than Paraguay (10k to 2,5k US dollars per year, aprox).

2. Uruguay's mediterranean to continental climate makes it far more suitable for producing wine than Paraguay's tropical to subtropical.

3. The overwhealming majority of Uruguayans descend from immigrants from Italy and Spain (strong wine drinking countries), while Paraguayans are mostly a mix of many centuries between Europeans and Guaraní Indians.

What are similarities between Paraguay and Argentina?

Main similarities are:

  • Main religion is Roman Catholic
  • Both are in South America
  • Main official language is Spanish
  • Both border Brazil and Bolivia.

What kind of art does Paraguay have?

Paraguayan folk art includes ñanduti, (a spider-web like lace), ao poí (an embroidered cloth), several types of ceramics and clay work, and filigree jewelry. Another popular folk art is basketwork and feathered ornaments. Paintings, sculptures, and theatre also play an important role in the art of Paraguay.

Is Paraguay made up of deserts?

The Patagonian Desert, the Monte Desert and a small part of the Atacama Desert are all in Argentina.

Who are the famous musicians of Paraguay?

ROQUE SANTA CRUZ

HE IS CURRENTLY PLAYING FOR THE ENGLISH LEAGUE.

HE WAS NAME THE MOST HANDSOME EUROPEAN SOCCER PLAYER IN 2006, TAKING THE TITLE FROM DAVID BECKHAM. HE PLAY FOR SANTA CRUZ Paraguay Blackburn Rovers Striker [C]

What are the major imports of Argentina?

the major imports of argentina are the crpos and reliable resources.¨Argentina mainly grows crops and relies on agricultural products to provide for its country.

¨So when it comes to technology it has to turn somewhere else for help.

What do paraguayan people wear?

Paraguayan people wear many of the same styles of clothing that those in the United States and Europe wear. This is especially true in the cities. Our of the city women usually wear simple dresses with a shawl.

Where is Independence day celebrated in Paraguay?

I lived in Paraguay for over 2 years as a Peace Corps volunteer. I can really only answer this question from a rural standpoint though. In the "campo" or rural areas, holidays are celebrated with an asado - barbeque beef ribs - cooked on a "parrilla" - a simple grill on the ground over charcoal. Christmas is celebrated on Christmas eve with an asado accompanied by "clerico" - clerico is a wine (red or white) with fruit salad mixed in (pineapple, apple, grapes, peaches, anything goes). Pineapple soda is often used with the wine or instead of wine. Every community has a patron saint and that community celebrates that saint's day usually with a "rodeo" - a horse show (no roping of cows like the US version of a rodeo), a soccer tournament, a mass, sometimes a procession. Many communities do "karu guazu" or "big meal" in conjuntion with their saint day. Women prepare a huge meal and invite all of their friends and close neighbors. This practice is usually tied to a "promesa" or a promise that woman made to the saint in exchange for help/answer to a prayer. She then provides this large meal every year for a number of years. Since a Catholic holiday can be accompanied by a novena - or nine days of prayer - the big meals can go on for nine days with more than one big meal per day for nine days. Holidays in Paraguay are a day of rest and fun and family. Families reunite - sons and daughters returning from the city to spend the day or weekend with their extended family. Loud music is played, beer or wine mixed with Coca-Cola is consumed all day, the meal is large (asado of beef ribs, potato or rice salad, manioca - yucca), volleyball or soccer games and if the weather is hot, a trip to the closeby river or stream for swimming.

What does Paraguays economy mainly dependent?

mainly on crops and farming. They economy in recent years have been getting better. More jobs are avaliable and less people are asking for money. They will have many poor people and there is a big differnt between the rich and the poor.

How many times have Paraguay qualified for the World Cup?

Paraguay have qualified for the World Cup proper on eight occasions - in 1930, where they reached round 1, 1950, round 1, 1986, 1998 and 2002, where they reached the last 16, 2006, where they reached round 1, and the 2010 tournament, for which they have qualified.

Who is Paraguays current leader?

Paraguay does not have a prime minister. It is a republic with a president and vice-president.

What continent is Paraguay?

Paraguay is located in the heart of South America. It is landlocked by Brazil, Argentina and Bolivia